Someone recently asked what kind of lawyers I hoped to recruit. I believe the person wanted to know what practice areas, what locations, whether I wanted to recruit associates or partners.
I answered that I want to recruit lawyers who are hungry and dreaming big dreams about what they can become.
A few years ago Sherman Smith posted a blog: You Got To Be Hungry!!!. He began the post with three great questions:
- How HUNGRY are you in order for you to have longevity in your business?
- What are you willing to give up in order to achieve success?
- Are you unsatisfied with how things are and want to make a change for the better?
How hungry are you to become a successful lawyer with clients who appreciate your help?
If you are really hungry to learn, I can assure you from experience that nothing is more fun professionally than figuring out how you can be a more valuable lawyer and better serve your clients.